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Neat Burger Raises $18M as Sales at First US Location Beat Expectations

Plant-based fast food chain Neat Burger has secured $18 million in a Series B round led by private institutional funding company B-Flexion.

Neat Burger Raises $18M as Sales at First US Location Beat Expectations
“We are thrilled to have reached this major milestone in Neat Burger’s journey, with a successful fundraise from previous investors alongside an impressive group of new investors,”

Other participants included Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton (a longtime backer), Chimera Capital, and new shareholders such as Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois. Neat Burger will use the backing to continue expanding its global reach. “We see New York as a tastemaker gateway to the US” The news comes after the UK-based chain threw open its doors its first permanent US location in Nolita, New York City, last month.

In response to the growing demand for cleaner elements, we’ve incorporated healthier options into the New York menu, while continuing to serve our growing community food that’s as sustainable as it is delicious.” Credit: Vito Oliva, image supplied “Pivotal moment” Performance has as well been good at Neat Burger’s eight London locations, with like-for-like sales up 20% in the first quarter of 2023. With the successful launch of our New York location and record first quarter under our belt, we have demonstrated the strength of our brand. Are now well-positioned to bring our award-winning plant-based food to the growing number of consumers in the US and worldwide who are embracing a healthier and more flexitarian lifestyle.”

Key facts
  • Who: Neat Burger · New York · Neat Burger’s
  • Money: $18 million
  • Percentages: 20%
  • Figures: 18 million · 20%

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